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James Fletcher

Beloit,WI

Summary

Dedicated leader with over 20 years of Management and manufacturing experience that has contributed significantly to the success and growth of an organization through varied leadership roles in a high pressure environment. Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, provide training, manage and encourage employees to achieve objectives of company. Practical problem solver with exceptional people skills.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Regal Custom Painting
09.2018 - 07.2024

Oversee and manage projects for the West Coast operations of Florida.

Production Manager

Pgt Innovations Inc.
09.2015 - 10.2018

Responsible for safety, cost and efficient performance of multiple Mfg. lines throughout PGT.

* Ensure group adherence to budget and plan.

* Present team stratagy to others within organization.

* Assign projects within scope of reponsibility.

* Recruit, hire, coach supervisor level team members.

* Ensure compliance with company, federal and OSHA.

* Prepare schedules and prioritize sequences of production

* Provide a safe work environment through training and actions.

* Promote open door policy and team environment.

MFG

R And B Grinding
02.1998 - 09.2015
  • Jan 2011- July 2015 .. Plant Manager
  • Successfully oversaw the onsite day to day operations with over 180 employees while empowering employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.
  • Effectively communicated and worked hands on with supervisors and operators on a technical level.
  • Set and monitored all safety, quality, production goals and worked with staff to ensure that these could be met.
  • Reviewed all financial reports and sales data monitoring while measuring overall effectiveness.
  • Worked actively with the continuous improvement program to motivate employees improving production methods and equipment performance.
  • Planned and allocated resources to effectively staff and accomplish the work while meeting sales goals.
  • Instrumental in overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities for activities in the plant.
  • Worked closely with HR to recruit, interview, select and hire qualified employees while also dealing with any staff or disciplinary issues that may arise.
  • Recommended and implemented the maintenance program for all equipment in the shop.
  • Communicated with customers and vendors on a daily basis.
  • Made business decisions that were financially responsible and justifiable to ownership.
  • Operated grinding, cnc, and automatic screw machine equipment whenever necessary to promote camaraderie throughout the shop.

Grinding Department Supervisor, 2003- 2010

  • Effectively supervised up to 25 employees.
  • Responsible for scheduling, training, quality, and production goals set in the department.
  • Set employee work schedule including assignments, job rotation, time off scheduling while maintaining production due dates.
  • Recommended short and long term objectives within the department while staying within budget.

Set up / operator, 1998- 2003

  • Set up and operate various machines that include cylindrical, centerless, ID grinding machines while running automatic screw machines and CNC equipment whenever necessary.
  • Maintained a positive attitude with fellow employees while having an exemplary attendance record.

Assistant Manager

Burger King
11.1993 - 03.1998

Education

High School Diploma -

William Horlick High School
Racine, WI

Skills

  • Ability to adapt to rapid changes in a positive manner
  • Ability to build and motivate high performance teams
  • Adheres to safety guidelines with in depth OSHA knowledge
  • Strong leadership qualities

Certification

*Leadership 1, 2, 3 certificate *Fundamentals of supervision 1, 2, 3

*Blueprint reading course *CPR

*Forklift Certified *Apics courses

* Lean Manufacturing Training *CSCMP certifications


References upon request

Timeline

Project Manager

Regal Custom Painting
09.2018 - 07.2024

Production Manager

Pgt Innovations Inc.
09.2015 - 10.2018

MFG

R And B Grinding
02.1998 - 09.2015

Assistant Manager

Burger King
11.1993 - 03.1998

High School Diploma -

William Horlick High School

*Leadership 1, 2, 3 certificate *Fundamentals of supervision 1, 2, 3

*Blueprint reading course *CPR

*Forklift Certified *Apics courses

* Lean Manufacturing Training *CSCMP certifications


References upon request

James Fletcher